Section Positions
📡 Supporting Amateur Radio Operators in Tennessee
The Tennessee ARRL Section is made up of a dedicated leadership team responsible for coordinating and supporting Amateur Radio activities across the state. These individuals play a vital role in organizing events, training new operators, assisting with technical issues, and ensuring Amateur Radio remains an essential part of emergency communications and public service.
Below, you'll find a list of key section positions, along with links to detailed pages about each role and their responsibilities.
📋 Section Leadership
🔹 Section Manager (SM) – Oversees all section activities and represents Tennessee at the national level.
🔹 Assistant Section Managers (ASM) – Support the SM and oversee specific regional or functional areas.
📡 Technical & Training Support
🔹 Technical Coordinator (TC) – Leads the section’s technical efforts and oversees the Technical Specialists (TS).
🔹 Technical Specialists (TS) – Experts in various technical areas such as DMR, contesting, antennas, and digital modes.
🔹 Net Managers (NM) – Oversee traffic handling nets and ensure efficient message routing.
🔹 Official Relay Stations (ORS) – Assist in maintaining proper traffic handling and relay procedures.
📢 Public Outreach & Government Relations
🔹 Public Information Coordinator (PIC) – Manages media relations and public awareness campaigns.
🔹 Public Information Officers (PIO) – Serve as local media contacts and assist clubs in public relations efforts.
🔹 State Government Liaison (SGL) – Monitors state legislation affecting Amateur Radio and coordinates advocacy efforts.
🔹 Local Government Liaison (LGL) – Works with local officials to address zoning, antenna regulations, and other issues impacting operators.
🎙 Youth & Club Development
🔹 Section Youth Coordinator (SYC) – Focuses on engaging and mentoring young hams.
📢 Interested in getting involved? Visit the Resources page to apply for a section position or reach out to your Section Manager for more details!